TOEFL iBT Truths, Myths & Tips
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The document discusses the TOEFL iBT exam, including its structure, scoring, registration process, best practices for preparation, myths, and resources. It notes that the TOEFL iBT is the most widely accepted English proficiency test, consisting of four sections - Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing - each worth 30 points, for a total possible score of 120 points. The document provides tips for students such as starting preparation 8 weeks in advance, practicing different tasks like note-taking, and not dwelling on previous questions during the test. Resources for study materials are also listed.
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TOEFL iBT Truths, Myths & Tips
- 1. TOEFL iBT: Truths, Myths & Tips Daniyar Salikhov, IRC Director U.S. Embassy Tashkent Monday, March 17, 2014
- 2. What is TOEFL iBT? Monday, March 17, 2014
- 3. Most widely accepted English- language test in the world 9,000+ colleges and universities 130 countries, incl. United States, United Kingdom, Australia, etc Monday, March 17, 2014
- 4. At this session Monday, March 17, 2014
- 5. We’ll discuss: Monday, March 17, 2014
- 6. Structure + Scoring We’ll discuss: Monday, March 17, 2014
- 7. Structure + Scoring Registration We’ll discuss: Monday, March 17, 2014
- 8. Structure + Scoring Registration Best practices We’ll discuss: Monday, March 17, 2014
- 9. Structure + Scoring Registration Best practices FAQs/Myths We’ll discuss: Monday, March 17, 2014
- 10. Structure + Scoring Registration Best practices FAQs/Myths Resources We’ll discuss: Monday, March 17, 2014
- 11. Test sections READING (3-4 text passages, 35-56 questions, 60-80 min) LISTENING (4-6 lectures, 2-3 convos, 34-51 questions, 60-90 min) SPEAKING (2+4 tasks, 20 min) WRITING (1+1 tasks, 50 min) Monday, March 17, 2014
- 12. Scoring One section = 30 points Four sections = 4 * 30 = 120 points Scores valid for two years Sent to universities by ETS Monday, March 17, 2014
- 13. Registration Take test 3-4 months before your college application deadline Explore centers that administer the test Register early $160 paid online (VISA card) via toefl.org Monday, March 17, 2014
- 14. What have successful test takers done? Monday, March 17, 2014
- 15. Start preparing at least 8 weeks in advance Use English every day: read, listen, speak, write Take mock tests Know what’s required of you in different sections Monday, March 17, 2014
- 16. Practice taking notes How fast can you type? On the test, don’t panic, don’t spend too much time on one question, don’t think about questions you’ve already answered, don’t leave questions blank Monday, March 17, 2014
- 17. Students ask... How long should I study to score 100? Which is the best TOEFL prep book? Which is easier - TOEFL or IELTS? Can I take TOEFL at the Embassy? If I get a high score, can I get a scholarship to study in the U.S.? Monday, March 17, 2014
- 18. How can I score 100 on TOEFL iBT? Monday, March 17, 2014
- 19. Work.Hard. And forget about a secret formula Monday, March 17, 2014
- 20. Resources Embassy’s IRC has plenty of TOEFL prep resources http://www.ets.org/toefl/ibt/prepare/ TOEFL® Go Anywhere website (http:// www.toeflgoanywhere.org/) TOEFL® TV Channel on YouTube® (http://www.youtube.com/user/TOEFLtv) Monday, March 17, 2014
- 21. Good luck on your journey to international education! Monday, March 17, 2014
- 22. QUESTIONS? Monday, March 17, 2014